Master of Speech Pathology (371JA.1)

Empower those with speech, language and communication issues

Explore the science relating to speech, language, and swallowing; while studying client issues and exploring service delivery models as well as treatment and management strategies - with the Master of Speech Pathology course.

This full-time two-year course will extend your research skills by examining a wide range of communication issues and show you how to apply theoretical knowledge and evidence-based practice to the assessment, treatment, and management of these disorders.

This course also offers a unique business development component designed to teach students the necessary business skills to consider a career in private practice.

The UC Master of Speech Pathology course is your chance to become a part of a new breed of researcher-practitioners who are committed to making a difference in others’ lives; irrespective of age, disability, illness, cultural, linguistic or social backgrounds.

Register now and find out for yourself why UC Master of Speech Pathology graduates stand out amongst other Speech Pathology graduates around Australia.

Study a Master of Speech Pathology at UC and you will:

• attain entry-level speech pathology competencies across a range of practice areas
• deliver culturally and socially appropriate speech pathology services
• communicate and work effectively with diverse partners in health, education and the community
• critique, synthesise and apply evidence from research and consumer perspectives to inform speech pathology practices
• critically evaluate information required for effective service delivery
• develop in-depth research skills and be recognised as a competent researcher-practitioner
• be able to participate, collaborate and contribute to policy development and industry knowledge
• contribute to building stronger research evidence for clinical and life outcomes
• gain a deeper understanding of the social issues of speech pathology and how it relates to a different age, linguistic and cultural demographics.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

WIL is an integral part of this course, giving students an invaluable opportunity to gain practical experience through clinical placements.

To facilitate your clinical learning, you will participate in various experiential learning simulations before undertaking any placement activities while having access to industry trainers and mentors throughout the entire process. Clinical placements will take place at numerous health and educational facilities such as the state of the art UC Health Precinct and UC Public Hospital; as well as various regional and remote locations around Australia.

Career opportunities

A Master of Speech Pathology qualification from UC will expose you to a higher level of understanding of speech pathology issues in public, private and voluntary positions in Australia and overseas.

Taking this course will give you the knowledge and credentials to able to lead, work, educate, guide and influence change in policies and procedural activities in the following areas:

• private and public hospitals
• rehabilitation centres
• aged care facilities
• community health clinics
• schools and disability organisations
• private practices.

As Australia’s aging population demographic continues to grow and evolve, the need for qualified and experienced Speech Pathologists to help improve and develop the knowledge base of the speech pathology profession will increase exponentially.

Course-specific information

All potential Master of Speech Pathology students must hold a bachelor’s degree (preferably in health or related areas, e.g., linguistics, education or psychology) with a credit or higher average and be proficient in English.

All students are required to undergo a Working with Vulnerable People check and the relevant police check before undertaking clinical practice.

All students need to present a complete immunisation schedule before commencing any clinical practice.